Canadiens' Phillip Danault still without a contract for next season

While most of the focus concerning the Canadiens right now is on captain Max Pacioretty and whether he will be traded, lost in the shadow somewhat is the fact Phillip Danault still doesn’t have a contract.
The 25-year-old centre has filed for salary arbitration, as has new Canadiens right-winger Joel Armia, who was acquired from the Winnipeg Jets last month. Players are still allowed to negotiate and sign contracts before appearing at their arbitration hearings, which will be held fro